IL-21 selectively augments cytotoxic potential of antigen-activated MAIT cells
Laura E Wedlock, Rajesh Lamichhane, Meg C. Webley, Selena C. L. Gilmer, Andrea J. Vernall, James E. Ussher
This study shows IL-21 enhances cytotoxicity of activated MAIT cells by increasing GrzB and perforin expression without significantly affecting cytokine production.
European Journal of Immunology · Feb 1, 2026Peer-reviewedImmunology